Developing a new tectonothermal and mineralization history for the Capricorn Orogen, Western Australia: Assisting mineral exploration in greenfields terrains [ 2009-07-01 - 2013-10-02 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Ian Fletcher (Chief Investigator) ,  Janet Muhling (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof Birger Rasmussen (Chief Investigator) ,  Christopher L. Kirkland (Partner Investigator) ,  Dr Alan Thorne (Partner Investigator)
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Brief description Developing a new tectonothermal and mineralization history for the Capricorn Orogen, Western Australia: Assisting mineral exploration in greenfields terrains. Successful exploration models rely on the development of a reliable geological framework through which to understand the specific processes responsible for the formation of economic ore deposits. A framework cannot be constructed without robust age data. This Project will apply advanced geochronology, combined with regional- and deposit-scale field mapping, to formulate a new and improved stratigraphic and tectonic framework for a prospective greenfields region in Western Australia. Outcomes from this Project will lead to more effective exploration models and thereby better exploration targeting. Reducing uncertainty and risk in exploration is key to the discovery and development of deep Earth resources.

Funding Amount $180,000

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